Spanning 128.9 miles across Arkansas, this trip from Delaware to Pine Bluff is a straightforward journey typically taking about 2 hours and 1 minute. Because it is a manageable distance, you can easily complete the drive in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $18 for fuel to cover the distance. Navigating through the Southeast region of the state, your path relies on local roads like Union Street, East Main Street, and AR 331 rather than major interstates. It is a practical route for those who prefer a steady, local pace over the intensity of high-speed highway travel.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
65.5 miles from Delaware, AR
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 14m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 40
68.7 mi
1h 9m
I 530
35 mi
35m
AR 22
9.2 mi
13m
US 65B
5.6 mi
9m
Union Street
4.9 mi
5m
US 65
4.6 mi
6m
East Main Street
2.3 mi
3m
AR 331
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 40
— 68.7 mi, about 1h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Delaware, AR and Pine Bluff, AR.
1
Start on Fire Dept Loop
515 ft·27 sec·Fire Dept Loop
2
Turn left onto AR 22
9.2 mi·13 min·AR 22
3
Turn left onto AR 7
4.9 mi·5 min·Union Street
4
Turn right onto US 64
2.3 mi·3 min·East Main Street
5
Turn left onto AR 331
0.3 mi·28 sec·AR 331
Use the left lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·33 sec
Exit 84Toward I-40
7
Merge onto I 40
69 mi·1 hr 9 min·I 40
8
Take the exit onto US 65
4.6 mi·6 min·US 65
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 530; US 65; US 167
35 mi·35 min·I 530; US 65; US 167
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit onto US 65B
5.6 mi·9 min·US 65B
11
Turn right onto North Pine Street
302 ft·18 sec·North Pine Street
12
Turn left onto West Barraque Street
312 ft·15 sec·West Barraque Street
13
Turn right onto South Main Street
349 ft·15 sec·South Main Street
14
Arrive at destination
South Main Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the advantage of flexibility when planning your departure time. You won't need to stress over complex stop-overs, as there are 0 formal stops scheduled along the way. Keep in mind that because you are traveling exclusively on local roads and highways like AR 331, travel times can be sensitive to local traffic patterns. Ensure your vehicle is fueled up before leaving, as the $18 estimate assumes a consistent pace. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to stay alert at intersections, as the heavy reliance on local streets means you will encounter more turns than you would on a typical interstate route.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 65.5 miles from Delaware, AR, or about 1h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 68.7 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 29 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 65.5 miles or 1h 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 57m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pine Bluff, AR than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Delaware, AR so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Delaware, AR
This is one driving day of about 131 miles and 2h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Delaware, AR.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 40 for about 68.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 16.5 and 131 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
16.5 mi into trip|~23m in|AR 331
Turn left onto AR 331
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
16.7 mi into trip|~24m in
Take the ramp toward I-40
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Exit 84
Toward I-40
6
90.3 mi into trip|~1h 40m in|I 530; US 65; US 167
Keep slight left at fork onto I 530; US 65; US 167
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
5
130.9 mi into trip|~2h 25m in|West Barraque Street
Turn left onto West Barraque Street
Navigation decision point
5
131 mi into trip|~2h 26m in|South Main Street
Turn right onto South Main Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.78 one way
$39.57 round trip
$3.84/gal25.4 MPG avg46 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.21
$21.72
$43.44
premium
$4.56
$23.51
$47.03
diesel
$5.61
$28.92
$57.85
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
39.3
0
$13.75
$6.29
Efficient EV
32.8
0
$11.46
$5.24
EV Truck/SUV
52.4
0
$18.34
$8.38
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Delaware, AR
Late night
in Delaware on Sunday
Local time
2:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Pine Bluff, AR
Late night
in Pine Bluff on Sunday
Local time
2:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 26m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. With a highway share of 0%, you won't experience the monotony of an interstate grind; instead, you will navigate a series of local connectors. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 0 miles on Union Street, meaning you will be making frequent turns and adjustments throughout the trip. This road personality requires a focused approach, as you transition between local streets and state highways. It feels less like a long-haul commute and more like a series of connected local segments.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 68.7 mi on I 40.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 40 and I 530. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 16.5 miles in near AR 331.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 26m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 16.5 miles (AR 331): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.7 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 90.3 miles (I 530; US 65; US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Delaware has beautiful beaches and parks. The more popular beaches are in: Rehoboth Beach, Lewes, Dewey Beach and Bethany Beach. Most parks in Delaware's very extensive and well maintained park system are free or low-cost. The First State National Historical Park a group of historical sites that cover the early colonial history of Delaware and the role Delaware played in the establishment of the United States, leading up to it being the first state to ratify the U.S. Constitution.
It is one of the smallest states in the United States. It has beautiful beaches, and activities vary from business-friendly Wilmington to the rural southern parts of the state.
The longest stretch is about 68.7 miles on I 40. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 16.5 miles (AR 331): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.7 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 90.3 miles (I 530; US 65; US 167): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Pine Bluff, AR before heading back.
